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Individually tailored academic coaching in small group setting to help your child strengthen what they've learned and be prepared for a successful coming school year.
Individually tailored academic coaching in small group setting to help your child strengthen what they've learned and be prepared for a successful coming school year.
We use games and projects to practice the following skills:
Reading Comprehension Strategies | Vocabulary
Number Sense | Problem-Solving | Fact Fluency
Academic and Creative Writing | Research Methods | Study Organization
Data Analysis | Project Management | Public Speaking
Pattern Recognition | Critical Thinking | Growth Mindset
Each week club members complete & present a self-directed research project.
We teach club members to use different research methods in the local library and coach them to find sources and take notes on their chosen topics before they create digital media presentations to be shared during each Friday's Research Fair*.
*Each Friday's Research Fair is NOT hosted, sponsored, or endorsed by The Seattle Public Library. Any views that are discussed in this meeting are not a reflection of The Seattle Public Library’s views.
Summer 2026 Dates and Themes
Summer 2026 Dates and Themes
June 22rd - June 26th: Art & Design (8:30am - 12:30pm) 🎨 🧑🎨
Big Brain members will explore the history, style, and significance of an artist or art medium. In addition to their research presentations, Big Brains will also create and design original pieces that are inspired by the artist or medium of their choice.
June 22rd - June 26th: World & Travel (1:00pm - 5:00pm) 🌎 🧳
Big Brain members will explore the geography, history, culture, and people of a region, country, or city. In addition to their research presentations, Big Brains will also create travel brochures, advertisements, or itineraries for their destination.
June 29th - July 3rd*: Sports & Fiction (1:00pm - 5:00pm) ⚽️ 📝
Big Brain members will explore the history, impact, and numbers/data of a sport or athlete. In addition to their research presentations, Big Brains will also create fictional pieces based on the sport or athlete of their choice.
*No Big Brains meeting on Wednesday, July 1st. (we got World Cup tickets!)
July 6th - July 10th: Music & Performance* (8:30am - 3:00pm**) 🎼 🪈
Big Brain members will explore the history, origin, and impact of a music genre or artist. In addition to their research presentations, Big Brains will also learn to play the recorder and perform at the end of the week.
*Recorder included in club membership.
**Friday, July 10th, Big Brains will run from 8:30am - 5:00pm to prepare for the final performance.
~~Every Friday families and friends are invited to the week's Research Fair~~
"Super impressed by what our kids did with you in one week! Thank you for your efforts with them both. Both of our kids were excited to come every day. As a matter of fact B would countdown and want to leave [home] early."
"Super impressed by what our kids did with you in one week! Thank you for your efforts with them both. Both of our kids were excited to come every day. As a matter of fact B would countdown and want to leave [home] early."
-Rachel (mom of rising 1st grader and rising 3rd grader)
-Rachel (mom of rising 1st grader and rising 3rd grader)
"Broadview Big Brains has been such a great summer camp. Both my kids come home excitedly talking about all the research they've been doing. My kids are engaged and look forward to learning with Ms. Jackie. They have sparked interest in topics that I know they wouldn't have had time to explore during the school year. She makes the topics age appropriate so both my upcoming 1st and 4th graders are engaged. I can't recommend this camp enough!"
"Broadview Big Brains has been such a great summer camp. Both my kids come home excitedly talking about all the research they've been doing. My kids are engaged and look forward to learning with Ms. Jackie. They have sparked interest in topics that I know they wouldn't have had time to explore during the school year. She makes the topics age appropriate so both my upcoming 1st and 4th graders are engaged. I can't recommend this camp enough!"
-Mina (mom of rising 1st grader and rising 4th grader)
-Mina (mom of rising 1st grader and rising 4th grader)
Summer 2026 Membership
Summer 2026 Membership
We're capped at 12 club members every week. First comes first serve.
Who?
Rising 2nd graders and older.
When?
2026 Summer Big Brains Club runs Monday to Friday from June 22rd to July 10th, except on July 1st.
You can choose the theme/week that best fits your summer schedule.
Where?
8:30am - 3:00pm at Broadview Thomson School Pk-8
3:00pm - 5:00pm at Broadview Branch Library
(Yes, we will travel between the 2 locations.)
Friday Research Fairs at Broadview Branch Library
What about food?
Snacks will be provided.
Please bring a packed lunch if you signed up for Art&Design + World&Travel.
Please bring a packed lunch if you signed up for Music&Performance.
Nonrefundable deposit of $100 per theme per child must be made to secure the membership.
please contact us if you need a personalized week; membership fee may be adjustable.
Early Enrollment Discount
Membership fees increase after March 15th, 2026!
Referral Discount
Returning members:
Refer a friend! Give them $20 off and get yourself $20 off. No limit.
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